In this episode of Hollywood After Dark, we break down Gina Carano’s surprise settlement with Disney, why movie talk is drowning in toxic positivity and fan tribalism, and why trusting James Gunn’s denials is a rookie mistake.
Superman Fans Beg for Silence—But Isn’t That What They Hated About WB?
As excitement builds for James Gunn’s Superman trailer, some fans are trying to shut down criticism before the footage even drops—circulating memes that encourage total silence toward “negative” opinions. But this kind of toxic positivity isn’t harmless; it’s just another way of policing fandom discourse. When fans are told to “just consume and obey,” we stop being part of a conversation and start acting like unpaid brand ambassadors. Superman deserves better than blind loyalty.
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